Well, well! We heard it was happening, but I’d forgotten about it until now. And as I said before, you can laugh about it all you want, but I think it could be great. Having an idealized Microsoft experience available, the way Apple makes an idealized Apple experience available, will be invaluable to Redmond’s interests. After all, they’ve got a hot new operating system, lots of solid hardware, and however you want to slice it, lower prices. That said, having one right next to an Apple store is pretty… well, bold would be a kind word for it, but you know what I mean.
Microsoft told a CNET reporter:
As we progress on our retail strategy there will be scenarios where we have stores in proximity to Apple. We are on track to open stores in the fall time frame.
Bonanza! There are plenty of potholes ahead, I’m sure, but I think having a physical and interactive side will do well to counter Microsoft’s well-worn (and inaccurate) “faceless, monolithic software corporation” image. We’re supposed to “stay tuned” for updates, but if they’re smart, they’ll be opening up stores in Bellevue Square and University Village here in Seattle. If so, I’ll be sure to get the inside story.
Love the Blue screen of death on the door
Is that what it is? Damn I’m blind!
So will the Microsoft employees have to wear khaki pants, a white shirt and brown tweed jacket?
Steve is that you!? What the hell are you doing blogging for crunchgear? Where did you come up with “Devin Coldewey”? The crazy things you do to promote your company, you crazy guy you.
Devin Coldewey was the name of the most brilliant and handsome man I ever met. I killed him and took his identity.
Heh, nice
When was the last time MS did anything original?
You mean like using a phrase from an 80’s kids TV show as your username?
Hey, that’s not very nice. It’s funny ’cause it’s true.
I hope they do a better job than the ill-fated Microsoft store at the SF Metreon.
Well looks like MS is full on these dayz…. 1st Bing, then MS Office 2010 (that too free cloud version) and now this….! woah…!
Finally, Microsoft figured out how to get an effective ad campaign..!!
I want to puke looking at that photo.
I wonder what would be equivalent of Genius Bar
A “walk in” clinic. Comlete with onsite Pharmacy.
I am an MS guy, but this was too easy.